Racing Through Waves Of Radiation – TSP
PHYSICAL SCIENCE :
Waves & Electromagnetic Radiation
Total Unit Running Time: 30-40* minutes
FIELD TRIP: Laser Tag
Running Time: 5:26
NGSS: HS-PS4-3
explaining how light is both waves and particles. Learn about various types of electromagnetic waves as well as the difference between coherent versus dispersed types of light.
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INTERACTIVE EXPERIENCE : Neon Pulse
Running Time: Self-paced*
Fashioned in a 1980s aesthetic, this interactive game allows students to choose their racing level and then maneuver their vehicles while answering questions based on unit content. Physics-based driving controls and track design seamlessly blend learning and gaming along the colorful routes. Shortcut opportunities embedded in the tracks are awarded for skilled driving and quick thinking.
COMIC : Marie Curie & Radiation
Running Time: Self-paced*
NGSS: HS-PS4-4
Topics Covered
- Curie’s contribution to advances in electromagnetic radiation & radioactivity
- History of and science behind X-ray machine technology
Assessment Answer Key & Critical Thinking Skills
- D (BT2–comprehension)
- A (BT1–knowledge)
- A (BT4–analysis)
- B (BT1–knowledge)
- C (BT2–comprehension)
THEATER 2: Makin’ Waves
Running Time: 7:31
NGSS: HS-PS4-1
Topics Covered
- Traits of primary & secondary waves
- Mechanical vs. electromagnetic waves
- Concepts of amplitude, wavelength, frequency
Assessment Answer Key & Critical Thinking Skills
- B (BT1–evaluation)
- C (BT2–comprehension)
- D (BT1–knowledge)
- C (BT3–application)
- D (BT2–comprehension)
TEACHER DEMO : Microscopy With Wendy
Running Time: 9:15
NGSS: HS-PS4-2, HS-PS4-3
Vocabulary: electron gun, electron microscope, photon
Topics Covered
- Advantages of digital imagery
- Electron microscope vs. light microscope
Assessment Answer Key & Critical Thinking Skills
- C (BT2–comprehension)
- D (BT4–analysis)
- A (BT1–knowledge)
- B (BT6–evaluation)
- D (BT3–application)
RELATED STEM CAREERS :
Materials Engineer, Biologist, Microscopy Lab Technician
Science Standards:
NGSS: HS-PS4-1, HS-PS4-2, HS-PS4-3, HS-PS4-4; TEKS: 112.34(c.2.F), 112.34(c.3.D), 112.34(c.3.F), 112.35(c.3.A), 112.35(c.3.D), 112.35(c.3.E), 112.35(c.3.F), 112.35(c.6.B), 112.35(c.11.A), 112.35(c.12.A), 112.38(c.2.B), 112.38(c.2.D), 112.38(c.2.E), 112.38(c.3.A), 112.38(c.3.D), 112.38(c.3.E), 112.38(c.3.F), 112.38(c.5.C), 112.38(c.5.G), 112.38(c.5.I), 112.39 (c.2.E), 112.39(c.2.F), 112.39(c.3.E), 112.39(c.3.D), 112.39(c.5.D), 112.39(c.7.A), 112.39(c.7.B), 112.39(c.7.C), 112.39(c.7.D), 112.39(c.7.E), 112.39(c.7.F), 112.39(c.8.A); CPALMS: SC.912.E.5.8, SC.912.L.14.4, SC.912.N.1.4, SC.912.N.1.6, SC.912.N.3.5, SC.912.N.4.1, SC.912.P.10.1, SC.912.P.10.9, SC.912.P.10.11, SC.912.P.10.18, SC.912.P.10.20, SC.912.P.10.21,